Freedom. Opportunity. Equality. It's the legacy that Abraham Lincoln left to all Americans — one that we must preserve and promote for generations to come.

When Lincoln Financial adopted President Abraham Lincoln's name in 1905, we also embraced his ideals. And in 2013, we launched Lincoln's Legacy initiative to recognize the 150th anniversaries of the Emancipation Proclamation and the 13th Amendment and inspire others.

“May our children and our children’s children to a thousand generations, continue to enjoy the benefits conferred upon us by a united country.”

Inspiring America’s youth

Launched in 2013, the Lincoln's Legacy initiative recognizes the 150th anniversaries of the Emancipation Proclamation and the 13th Amendment. This initiative includes activities and programs designed to educate and inspire the hopes and dreams of children and young adults through: